Grants for Arts

Last updated November 7, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,905 active grants for arts in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 92 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 2,610 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 4,905; from 2,547 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $4,000–$28K
Total listed funding: $267.2M; across 2,610 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 90; 232 with a published date

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Morgan Community Fund- Annual Grant Funding Foundation for Appalachian Ohio · Foundation Not published · US $500 - US $2,500 The Morgan Community Fund provides grant opportunities to support projects in arts, education, health, and more for Morgan County residents.	Not published	US $500 - US $2,500
Lexington Community Foundation Grants Lexington Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lexington Community Foundation Grants provide essential financial support for projects that enhance the quality of life in the Lexington community.	Not published	Varies
Muessel-Ellison Memorial Trust Foundation Grant Muessel Ellison Mem Irr Tua · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The Muessel-Ellison Memorial Trust Foundation, established in 1959 by Netta Muessel Ellison, aims to support charitable purposes benefiting South Bend and St. Joseph County, Indiana.	Not published	$5K – $15K
Asheville Event Support Grant Mini Grant Asheville Area Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
RFP: Improving Arts Education for Public and Private Preschools with an Emphasis on Low to Modest Income Families Grant Samuel N & Mary Castle Fdn · Foundation Not published · $20K – $25K The Samuel N. and Mary Castle Foundation aims to enhance arts education for public and private preschools, focusing on low to modest income families.	Not published	$20K – $25K
Spark Grants Greater Tacoma Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Spark Grants support creative, grassroots community initiatives and projects that build community in Pierce County.	Not published	Varies
New & Experimental Works (NEW) Grant Program Kenneth Rainin Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $30K The Kenneth Rainin Foundation's NEW Grant Program offers essential funding of $5,000 to $30,000 to small and mid-sized arts organizations in the Bay Area.	Not published	$5K – $30K
Curatorial Research Fellowships Grant The Andy Warhol Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts offers Curatorial Research Fellowships to support innovative projects in contemporary visual arts.	Not published	Up to $50K
MSAC Heritage Awards Grant Maryland State Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The MSAC Heritage Awards, presented by the Maryland State Arts Council, honor excellence in traditional arts, recognizing individuals, places, and practices that embody cultural heritage.	Not published	Up to $10K
Fisher Arts Education Minigrants CultureSource · Foundation Not published · Varies CultureSource is a member association for non-profit arts and cultural organizations in Southeast Michigan serving Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Livingston, Monroe and St. Clair counties.	Not published	Varies
United Arts Creative Placemaking Open Call Performers United Arts of Central Florida Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The United Arts of Central Florida Creative Placemaking team is currently seeking to engage artists interested in activating community spaces.	Not published	Varies
Heritage Project Grants The CIRI Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Heritage Project Grant funding is available to support projects that affect and/or involve Alaska Native beneficiaries of Cook Inlet Region, Inc. and further the following heritage goals of TCF: _You can learn more about this opportunity…	Not published	Varies
Creative County Initiative Last Mile Fund Grant Essex County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Funding for the arts is more critical now than ever before Public art brings people together. Sharing diverse cultures paves the way for understanding, civic discourse and collective problem solving.	Not published	Varies
GMF: Cycle 3 Grant Greater Milwaukee Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $100K The Greater Milwaukee Foundation’s Cycle 3 discretionary grantmaking supports diverse projects that align with its vision of fostering a thriving Milwaukee for all.	Not published	$5K – $100K
Culture and Community Grant Program Albers Family Affiliated Fund of Occf Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K Launched in 2023, the Culture and Community grant program awarded $363,000 in grants across three categories (Educational Programming, Visual Arts, and Festivals & Public Events) to 27 organizations in October 2023. 1000 N. Broadway Ave.	Not published	$5K – $25K
Priddy Foundation Grant The Priddy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Priddy Foundation, a private funder, is committed to enhancing individual and community development through grants in human services, education, arts, and health.	Not published	Varies
George and Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation Grant George & Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The George and Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation, established in 1954, supports education, arts, scientific projects, and religious advancement in Texas.	Not published	Varies
Great Idea Grants Birmingham Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $300 – $3K The primary grant program offered by Birmingham Education Foundation (BEF) to support teacher initiatives, innovation, and student experiences that fall outside regular school or district budgets.	Not published	$300 – $3K
Saltonstall Residency Program Grant Constance Saltonstall Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Saltonstall Foundation offers residency programs for writers and artists in New York, promoting diversity and inclusion. Eligible applicants must be at least 21 years old and reside full-time in New York State.	Not published	Varies
Stewardship Mini Grant Program New City Parks Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies New City Parks offers summer Stewardship Mini Grants to empower local community-based organizations to offer structured programming and engage residents in newly renovated parks.	Not published	Varies
GAR Foundation: Grants for Nonprofits Gar Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The GAR Foundation supports nonprofits in Akron, Ohio, focusing on initiatives that enhance education, community development, and cultural enrichment.	Not published	Varies
Illuminate the Arts Grant: Small Creative Enterprises Creative Philadelphia (City of Philadelphia - Office of the Mayor) · State Not published · $5K – $7K The Illuminate the Arts Grant (ITAG) aims to uplift Philadelphia's creative sector by distributing $1.5 million to individual artists and small creative enterprises with budgets under $500,000.	Not published	$5K – $7K
Maryland Public Television Maryland Public Television · State Not published · Varies Develop, operate and maintain a system for educational and cultural television programming throughout Maryland. This includes the production of TV spots, programs, displays and videos.	Not published	Varies
Butte-Silver Bow Community Foundation Grant Butte-Silver Bow Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Butte-Silver Bow Community Foundation Grant offers annual funding of approximately $5,000 to support 501(c)(3) organizations in five key areas: arts and culture, basic human needs, economic development, education, and natural resources…	Not published	Varies

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About grants for arts

Arts grants support visual arts, performing arts, literary arts, cultural preservation, and creative organizations. The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) is the flagship federal funder, distributing over $160 million annually. State arts councils, foundations like the Andy Warhol Foundation and Mellon Foundation, and corporate sponsors provide extensive additional funding.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for arts award?

Of the 4,905 grants for arts Grantable lists as of November 7, 2026, 2,610 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $4,000 and $28K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for arts?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Arts & Science Council Charlotte/Mecklenburg Inc (27), Montana State University (27), Alaska State Council on the Arts (23), South Arts Inc (22), and South Carolina Arts Commission (19). In all, 2,547 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for arts due?

Of 4,905 grants listed, 90 accept applications on a rolling basis, 232 have a published upcoming deadline, 910 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 3,673 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 47% fall in January–March.

How do I apply for an NEA grant?

The NEA offers grants through multiple programs including Art Works, Challenge America, Our Town, and Research: Art Works. Applications are submitted through Grants.gov. Most require 501(c)(3) status or government affiliation. The NEA funds in specific disciplines (dance, design, literature, media arts, music, theater, visual arts) with distinct application cycles.

Can individual artists get grants?

The NEA's direct individual grants are limited to Literature Fellowships and honorary awards. However, many state arts councils, foundations (Pollock-Krasner, United States Artists, Creative Capital), and residency programs provide direct artist funding. Fiscal sponsorship through organizations like Fractured Atlas opens additional grant opportunities for individual artists.

Are there grants for community arts programs?

Yes. The NEA's Our Town program funds creative placemaking. State and regional arts councils heavily fund community programming. Foundations like ArtPlace America, the Kresge Foundation, and local community foundations support community arts. CDBG funds can support arts-based community development projects.

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